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Many pastors struggle to translate their theological beliefs into fruitful ministry in the places they are called to reach. It’s not enough to simply know what to believe (theology), or on the other hand, how to do ministry (methodology) - they need something in between. They need help thinking about ministry in a culture that no longer believes Christianity is a force for good, let alone the source of ultimate revealed truth in the person of Christ.

This unabridged audiobook, a collection of 12 essays by Timothy Keller, outlines a theological vision for ministry that is organized around three core commitments:

Gospel-centered: The gospel of grace in Jesus Christ changes everything, from our hearts to our community to the world. It completely reshapes the content, tone, and strategy of all that we do;

City-centered: With a positive approach toward our culture, we learn to affirm that cities are wonderful, strategic, and underserved places for gospel ministry; and

Movement-centered: Instead of building our own tribe, we seek the prosperity and peace of our community, as we are led by the Holy Spirit. A theological vision creates a bridge between doctrine and expression, a balance between cultural engagement and countercultural distinctiveness.

Written by a practitioner for practitioners, Center Church will provoke serious reflection, creative adaptation, and decisive action. It can be used by groups or individually and includes questions for discussion and reflection.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.

Wisdom for Urban Churches - Deep, Wide & Practical

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I am a pastor in New York City and an admirer of Tim Keller's preaching and writing, though I've only attended Redeemer Presbyterian Church a couple of times. This lengthy book reads as a carefully assembled notebook of the accumulated wisdom of Keller (and his team) in building one of the most thriving and paradigmatic churches in New York City today. It shows clearly the depth and clarity of thought and the faith put into practice that is embodied in Keller's work. It rightly rejects the idea that others can simply take over the Redeemer model and replicate it. Rather, Keller leads the reader to think substantively about the many elements that are part of the life of an urban church with a strong center in the Gospel. It ranges widely from the content of preaching and theology, to issues of interaction with secular culture, to diversity in worship styles, and many other topics. While I think that the book will be most relevant to those who are directly involved in ministry, it will also provide a thoughtful journey through urban church life to anyone who reads it.Tom Parks does an excellent job reading the book. I highly recommend it.

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Joshua

01/03/2013

Fantastic though I read this kind of book next tim

Loved every minute of what I was learning and how I was being moved, but it was a lot to take in just listening. Its definitely something I would rather read.

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Marc Lucenius

20/10/2016

The textbook

This is the Epic textbook on gospel-centered Ministry. I recommend it as a foundational and reference read.

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ronnie

01/09/2016

Very useful book

Everything I've read and listened to by Timothy Keller has been well spoken and useful in practical ways as he gives real life examples of all he teaches. This book is no different.

This is my first listen. I'll be listening with an ear for taking notes this time around.

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Andy Ziesemer

24/04/2017

Excellent.

This book addressed every element of basic church life. I highly enjoyed the section on the contextualization of the Gospel. I also very much enjoyed his perspectives on how many churches should be planted in our cities.

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Truth Point Church

25/08/2016

Doctrinally sound and practically insightful

This book has the ability to help the person who is doctrinally sound but unable to develop a practically helpful ministry, while at the same time help the person who is a practical genius but lacking in sound doctrinal roots in ministry.

If you are looking to develop your mission, vision, and strategy for church ministry, then look no further, this is the book you need to read. If you are looking to better apply your vision in practical on the ground ways in discipleship curriculums, community groups, etc. then look no further, this is the book for you.

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Markus

26/05/2013

MUST-READ FOR EVERY PASTOR AND PASTOR-TO-BE

What did you love best about Center Church?

1. Center Church draws us back to what is essential - the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 2. Center Church is practical yet far from giving us a specific method.3. Center Church speaks to all the different expressions of Evangelicalism and calls for important corrections in all camps.

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Jason Dohring

20/12/2018

Long because very comprehensive

This is a long book but worth the read. Unlike other books that say “this is the only way that Church should be done” this book brings out the best and worst in all church models and finds a balance. It is all about context; where you live and who you were ministering to.

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ROBERT J PETERSEN

12/10/2018

Must Read for Ministry Leaders.

Principles that apply to any context. Keller, in his magnum opus, shares his insight on his to contextualize the gospel.

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jesse hill

10/06/2018

A great book about church identity and mission

This book covers a huge amount of ground regarding what the church is and should be. Keller's provides a 360-degree look at church leadership and identity by using historical references to past models as well as own personal observations in ministry. I also have the print version, and I expect to refer back to certain chapters many times over the coming decades. It's a good book to read cover to cover, but can also be used as a sort of reference, providing balanced insight on a wide variety of topics.